Dr. Mihir Somaiya

Biography

A Global Visionary in Fascial Science and Modern Pain Education

Dr. Mihir Somaiya is an internationally renowned Doctor of Physical Therapy, Pain Management Consultant, and Researcher in Fascial Science.

He is the Founder and President of the American Institute of Functional Integrated Dry Needling (AIFIDN), headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, USA — a global leader in advancing post-professional education in Fascial Science, Dry Needling, and Functional Pain Management.

With over 15 years of international clinical and academic experience across 49+ countries, Dr. Somaiya has revolutionized the practice of dry needling by introducing the 3rd Generation Fascial Adhesion Model (FAM) — a cutting-edge, evidence-based framework that bridges fascial biomechanics, neurophysiology, and movement dysfunction.

His mission is clear and profound:

“To transform healthcare through fascial intelligence — empowering clinicians to treat pain not as a symptom, but as a story told by the fascia.”

The Architect of the 3rd Generation Fascial Adhesion Model (FAM)

The Fascial Adhesion Model (FAM) represents Dr. Somaiya’s lifetime research in pain neuroscience, connective tissue physiology, and clinical dry needling.

This model shifts the traditional paradigm away from trigger points and muscular pain theories — emphasizing fascial adhesions as the primary driver of chronic pain, stiffness, and movement loss.

The 3rd Generation FAM approach integrates:

• Fascial Pathomechanics: Understanding how adhesions disrupt movement and proprioception.
• Neuro-Fascial Transmission: Studying communication between the peripheral and central nervous systems through fascia.
• Functional Dry Needling: Applying precise fascial decompression to restore mechanical and neural harmony.

This scientific model forms the core of AIFIDN’s global education system, influencing how physical therapists, chiropractors, osteopaths, and sports medicine professionals approach chronic pain.

Academic & Clinical Background

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) – Licensed in New York, USA
• Founder of the Fascial Adhesion Model (FAM) Dry Needling System
• Clinical Expertise: Neuro-Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine, and Pain Science
• Research Focus: Fascial Adhesions, Neuro-Connective Pathways, Chronic Pain Mechanisms
• Educational Leadership: Over 200 international diploma programs conducted globally

Dr. Somaiya’s educational philosophy emphasizes functional integration, clinical reasoning, and fascial neurobiology, making complex science accessible for real-world clinical application.

Research, Teaching & Global Education

As an educator and innovator, Dr. Somaiya has developed one of the most comprehensive and structured dry needling education frameworks in the world — the AIFIDN Multilevel Program, consisting of:

• Level 1: Peripheral Pain Pathway Model
• Level 2: Peripheral Radicular Pain Model
• Level 3: Neuro-Connective Dry Needling Model
• Level 4: Multidisciplinary Principles for Pain Management
• Level 5: Foot & Ankle Dysfunction Module
• Level 6: Pelvic Floor & Lumbosacral Dysfunction Module
• Level 7: Faciomaxillary & Craniofascial Dysfunction Module

Through these modules, practitioners evolve from foundational understanding to specialization in fascia-driven pain and performance rehabilitation.

Dr. Somaiya’s programs are delivered in academic collaboration with global institutions, including:

• Sports Therapy Scotland, United Kingdom
• British School of Osteopathy, London
• University of the West Indies, Jamaica
• NeuroRestoration & NeuroEngineering Group (Jakarta)
• Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS)
• Malaysian Allied Health Council
• Dubai Health Authority
• University of St Joseph Beirut, Lebanon
• Guyana, Ministry of Health
• Stormont Pavilion, Belfast, Ireland
• MGM College of Physiotherapy, Aurgangabad, India
• De La Salle University, Philippines
• College of Physiotherapy, British Columbia, Canada
• Slovenia Physiotherapy Association
• Bahamas Physiotherapy Association
• Barbados Physiotherapy Association
• HSA, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands

Global Impact & Leadership

Dr. Somaiya has trained thousands of clinicians worldwide, empowering them with the skills to restore human movement through fascial precision.

His teaching has influenced the practice of physiotherapists, acupuncturists, osteopaths, chiropractors, and medical doctors across North America, Europe, Asia, and the Caribbean.

He is recognized internationally for connecting scientific depth with clinical simplicity, making AIFIDN a beacon for the future of fascial-based medicine through:

• Post-Professional Education Programs (Level 1–7 Diplomas)
• Clinical Research Initiatives on Fascia & Pain Mechanisms
• Interdisciplinary Courses in Pain Management and Sports Rehabilitation
• Collaborations with Universities, Health Authorities, and Professional Councils

Institutions Founded by Dr. Mihir Somaiya

• American Institute of Functional Integrated Dry Needling (AIFIDN): The world’s leading educational institute dedicated to advancing the 3rd Generation Fascial Adhesion Model Dry Needling. AIFIDN offers structured diploma programs, advanced certifications, and global symposiums integrating pain neuroscience, fascia research, and clinical application.
• University of MKT – MKT Healthcare Innovation (USA & Global): An international educational hub uniting interdisciplinary healthcare education, fascia research, and technology innovation.
• New York Pain Clinics (NYPC): A multidisciplinary clinical network specializing in Fascia-Focused Pain Management, Sports Rehabilitation, and Functional Medicine, combining clinical expertise with AIFIDN’s research-based approach.

Philosophy & Legacy

“Fascia is not a structure — it is a system. Pain is not just felt — it is transmitted through a story of adhesion and adaptation. True healing begins when we listen to that story and release it.”
— Dr. Mihir Somaiya

Dr. Somaiya’s life work represents a fusion of science, art, and compassion in healing. His FAM Dry Needling revolution continues to inspire practitioners to treat pain with deeper intelligence and holistic precision.

Publications & Thought Leadership

• Fascia in Pain and Movement Disorders
• Neurological Mechanisms of Fascial Adhesions
• Integrative Approaches to Functional Rehabilitation
• The Role of Dry Needling in Neuro-Fascial Pathways

He continues to collaborate with leading researchers and universities worldwide to expand the evidence base of fascia-driven therapeutics.

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